Consumer Discretionary Consumer Reference Data Updated 2026-05-31

ROST Gamma Exposure, IV Rank & Implied Volatility

Ross Stores Inc. (ROST) options data — GEX, IV rank, options chain & Greeks

ROST options trade with implied volatility typically in the 20% - 42% range, averaging N/A in daily volume with very good liquidity. Next earnings: See earnings calendar. Weekly options and LEAPS are available.

IV Rank 31.2 /100
IV 25.4%
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An IV rank near 31.2 (the value shown here is illustrative) would mean implied volatility is in roughly the 31.2th percentile of its 1-year range — middle range, neutral on premium selling vs buying. For today's live ROST IV rank from ORATS, open the dashboard.

IV History (Simulated · Illustrative Only) Range 16.97%37.66%

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Comprehensive options market data for Ross Stores Inc.

ROST Options at a Glance

Daily Volume: N/A
Bid-Ask Spread: N/A
Open Interest: N/A
IV Range: 20% - 42%
Expirations: Weekly, Monthly, LEAPS
Next Earnings: See earnings calendar
Liquidity
Very Good
IV Range
20% - 42%
Weeklies
Yes

1 About Ross Stores Inc. (ROST)

Ross Stores Inc. (ROST) is a retail company listed on NASDAQ.

Company Profile

Sector Consumer Discretionary
Industry Retail
Market Cap See live data
Exchange NASDAQ

Key Dates

Next Earnings See earnings calendar
Earnings Frequency Quarterly
Dividend Schedule See company page
Fiscal Year End December

Ross Stores Inc. is a Retail) company in the Consumer Discretionary sector.

2 ROST Options Market Overview

ROST options provide trading opportunities for options traders.

Average Daily Volume N/A
Total Open Interest N/A
Put/Call Ratio N/A
Typical ATM Spread N/A
Weekly Options Available
LEAPS Available Yes

Liquidity Assessment: Very Good

ROST options provide trading opportunities across multiple expirations.

3 ROST Implied Volatility & IV Rank

ROST implied volatility patterns reflect the retail sector dynamics.

Low IV Environment
20% - 25%
Below average volatility
Typical IV Range
25% - 36%
Normal conditions
Elevated IV
36% - 42%
Above average volatility

Earnings Impact

IV typically expands before earnings and contracts after the announcement.

The post-earnings volatility drop is known as IV crush. Holders of short ROST options should also understand early assignment risk around dividends and expiration.

Historical Volatility vs IV

ROST IV generally trades near historical volatility, with premiums expanding around earnings.

Term Structure

Typically upward sloping under normal conditions.

View ROST Volatility Lab

ROST Gamma Exposure (GEX)

Gamma Exposure analysis for ROST reveals dealer hedging dynamics at key strike levels.

Typical GEX Profile: ROST tends to operate in a positive gamma environment during normal conditions.

Key Levels:

Dealer Hedging:

View Live ROST GEX

4 Common ROST Options Strategies

These are strategies commonly used by traders on ROST options, based on typical market characteristics. This is not investment advice.

Popular for ROST shareholders seeking additional income.

Vertical Spreads Directional

Defined-risk directional exposure on ROST.

Range-bound strategy for ROST between events.

Key Considerations for ROST Options

  • Monitor ROST earnings dates for IV expansion/contraction patterns
  • Consider the stock's beta when sizing options positions
  • ROST options liquidity varies by expiration - prefer near-term and monthly expirations

Frequently Asked Questions: ROST Options

What is ROST's typical implied volatility?

ROST implied volatility typically ranges from 20% - 42%. IV patterns are influenced by earnings, sector events, and market conditions.

Does ROST have weekly options?

Yes, ROST offers weekly options expirations.

What is ROST's options trading profile?

ROST (Ross Stores Inc.) options trade with very good liquidity, averaging N/A in daily volume, typical bid-ask spreads of N/A. Implied volatility typically falls in the 20% - 42% range. The position sits in the Consumer Discretionary category for portfolio diversification and options strategy design.

How does ROST implied volatility behave around earnings?

IV typically expands before earnings and contracts after the announcement. Next scheduled earnings: See earnings calendar. Traders often size short premium positions for the post-earnings IV crush, while long premium buyers should be aware that the IV decline can outweigh small directional moves.

What options strategies work well on ROST?

Popular strategies on ROST options include Covered Calls, Vertical Spreads, Iron Condors. Strategy selection depends on the current IV environment versus the 20% - 42% typical range, days to next earnings, and the trader's directional outlook. Higher IV regimes favour premium-selling strategies; lower IV regimes favour directional debit spreads or long premium plays.

What is ROST's gamma exposure (GEX)?

Gamma exposure (GEX) measures how options dealers' hedging of their net gamma position can influence ROST's intraday price action. ROST tends to operate in a positive gamma environment during normal conditions. Positive GEX tends to dampen volatility and create mean-reverting moves, while negative GEX can amplify swings. View live ROST GEX levels and the gamma-flip point on ApexVol.

What is ROST's IV rank?

ROST's IV rank shows where ROST's current implied volatility sits within its trailing 1-year range, scored 0–100. A reading near 100 means IV is near its yearly high — options are relatively expensive, which favors premium-selling strategies like credit spreads and iron condors. A reading near 0 means IV is near its yearly low, favoring premium-buying. ROST implied volatility typically ranges from 20% - 42%. Check ROST's live IV rank and percentile on ApexVol's IV analytics.

ROST Key Events

Earnings Months
January April July October

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This guide is updated as market conditions and ORATS data change. Last revised 2026-05-31. How we research →

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